Introduction Lahore, one of the major cities of the Indian subcontinent, experienced significant political, economic, and cultural changes during the 18th century. After the decline of the Mughal Empire, Lahore went through multiple phases of control and urban restructuring. Despite instability, the city remained an important urban center in the Punjab region. In this post, […]
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Introduction Temple towns in Peninsular India played a significant role in the religious, cultural, and economic development of the region. These towns developed around prominent temples and were centers of devotion, trade, education, and administration. They were often supported by kings and local elites and became vital urban hubs during ancient and medieval periods. This
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Introduction The fifteenth century in India witnessed the rise of many regional kingdoms following the decline of the Delhi Sultanate’s central authority. These regional powers established their own capital cities, which became important centers of administration, culture, economy, and military strength. Each of these cities reflected the unique political, cultural, and architectural character of the
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Introduction During the Delhi Sultanate period (13th–16th century), cities in North India, especially Delhi, developed into cosmopolitan urban centers. A cosmopolitan city is one where people of different backgrounds, regions, religions, and cultures live and interact. Under the rule of the Delhi Sultans, several cities displayed characteristics of cosmopolitanism through their diverse populations, architecture, trade,
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Discuss the Rise and Decline of Surat Introduction Surat, located on the western coast of India in present-day Gujarat, emerged as a major port city during the Mughal period. Often referred to as the “Gateway to Mecca,” Surat reached the height of its prosperity in the 16th and 17th centuries, serving as a critical node
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Cities of Delhi Sultanate were primarily garrison towns. Critically examine. Introduction The Delhi Sultanate (1206–1526 CE) marked a transformative period in Indian urban history. The emergence and growth of cities during this era were heavily influenced by military, administrative, and economic imperatives. A prevailing view among historians is that many cities of the Delhi Sultanate
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What are the markers of urban centres? Examine with reference to the historiography of urbanism. Introduction The study of urban centres is critical in understanding the evolution of human civilization. Urbanism reflects socio-political structures, economic systems, cultural complexity, and environmental adaptation. Historians and archaeologists alike have explored how urban centres emerge, thrive, and decline. In
Introduction Temple towns in peninsular India represent a unique form of urbanization that was closely intertwined with religion, culture, economy, and politics. Unlike other cities that evolved primarily as trade centers or administrative capitals, temple towns developed around major religious shrines and became significant urban entities. These towns not only served as centers of pilgrimage
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Introduction The 14th and 15th centuries in India were marked by political fragmentation and regional assertion following the weakening of the Delhi Sultanate. During this time, numerous capital cities emerged under various regional powers like the Bahmani Sultanate, the Vijayanagara Empire, and provincial governors of the Delhi Sultanate. These capital cities were more than just
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Introduction The rise of towns during the Sultanate period (13th to 16th century) in India marked a significant transformation in the subcontinent’s urban landscape. It was a period of dynamic change involving political consolidation, economic expansion, and cultural interactions. However, historians continue to debate the causes, nature, and significance of urban development during this time.
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